Deraeocoris Plant Bug vs Arctic Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Deraeocoris Plant Bug | Arctic Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Deraeocoris ruber | Quedius boops |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Miridae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | Scandinavia, Iceland, northern Russia, Scotland, Arctic Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Deraeocoris Plant Bug
A small, shiny dark reddish-brown to black predatory plant bug found across Europe. It feeds on aphids, spider mites, and psyllids on various trees and shrubs. The coloration is highly variable, ranging from red to nearly black.
Did You Know?
Its extreme color variation confused early taxonomists who described several different species that were later found to be a single, highly polymorphic species.
Arctic Rove Beetle
A medium-sized rove beetle with a sleek black body and short elytra. It has large eyes for hunting in dim conditions. Found under stones and in moss on Arctic tundra where it preys on other invertebrates.
Did You Know?
This beetle produces defensive chemical secretions from abdominal glands that deter would-be predators.